1. Part 1

Newborn Titus Groan is destined to rule Gormenghast, a kingdom based on complicated and unbreakable traditions. Meanwhile an ambitious kitchen slave schemes to escape his destiny and overthrow the old order.

3. Part 3

Now a teenager, Titus rebels against the strict traditions of Gormenghast as he begins to explore the world outside the walls.

4. Part 4

After a string of tragedies, Titus must finally confront the scheming Steerpike and determine where his own destiny lies.